Home > Environment & Natural Resources > Forestry > . Agriculture: Multibillion Dollar Industry for Louisiana [Image: value of ag cover image] Agriculture is a multibillion dollar industry for Louisiana -- creating jobs and generating income in rural and urban areas. This publication contains facts about Louisiana's agricultural commodities, agriculture's monetary value in 2010, what agriculture is and what agriculture means to you. (PDF Format Only) Christmas Trees - Different Local Species and their Maintenance [Image: From l. to r.: Leyland cypress, Arizona cypress, Virginia Pine, Easter redcedar] This article discuses the Christmas Tree farm industry in general, then describes the most common tree species found in Louisiana, and gives some tips on choosing the right tree and keeping it healthy. Arborist Workshops 2012 [Image: Arborist sawing branch in tree.] 2012 Louisiana Arborist Continuing Education Workshops calendar, agendas and links to registration. Why and How to Market Wood Products [Image: market wood] This publication is designed to educate small to medium-sized primary and secondary forest products industry personnel about why and how to market wood products. Hobbyists and producers of wooden arts and crafts also will benefit by learning the necessary marketing skills to increase revenue and make their part-time business or hobby less expensive. (PDF format only)  more articles... Stabilizing and Bending of Wood for the Hobbyist [Image: bending wood] Lumber scraps and cross-sections of angle cuts sawed from small logs or large limbs can be made into attractive items, but only if the wood is first treated with polymers and then properly seasoned, or if the wood is initially seasoned following special techniques. This publication describes some techniques of stabilizing and bending wood for hobbyists. (PDF format only) Glues and Gluing Wood [Image: gluing wood] At most every stage of woodwork construction, there is a need for quality gluing. Gluing allows you to use many pieces and parts of boards that would otherwise be scrap. All in all, proper gluing is a must. (PDF format only) Native Tree Growing Guide for Louisiana [Image: Native Tree Growing guide] This guide will answer some of the most commonly asked questions about tree planting in the area. It suggests native and well-adapted trees for our region and describes how to grow them successfully. The tree illustration fold-out can also be used as a poster (22" x 34"). Hire an Arborist for Residential Tree Care [Image: hire an arborist] Trees on home grounds or in parks are assets to everyone. Trees also are long-term investments for property owners. Like any investment, trees require effort to maintain their value. That means tree owners must make careful decisions about care and maintenance, which may require the occasional advice and service of a professional – an arborist. (PDF format only) General Methods [Image: Image of site preparation and plantings following the land contours] Best management practices for site preparation and reforestation. Video: Felling and Skidding [Image: Felling and Skidding] Video streams of felling and skidding activities and BMPs associated with felling and skidding Notification of Commercial Harvesting Form [Image: Commercial Harvesting] This form should be completed prior to commencement of commercial harvesting activities adjacent to natural and scenic rivers. Considerations for Forest Landowners This section describes useful steps forest landowners can take to ensure that their forestland is protected and managed sustainably. Access Systems Mandatory best management practices for road construction and maintenance in forest wetlands Louisiana Natural and Scenic Rivers System More Information and Links A list of Louisiana's Natural and Scenic Rivers with accompanying descriptions. Included is a link to more detailed information regarding Louisiana's Natural and Scenic Rivers. Click for more information...